The second volume is called "One Heart" Chapter 21 Startup
I practiced until I was exhausted and couldn't stand the fall any more, so I stopped galloping and lay on Taotao's back and walked slowly. This was the best result I could achieve. Once I speeded up, I would be thrown off after running not far. It was still far from the basic requirement. However, this could not be rushed. I could only practice slowly and adapt. It seemed that I still had to focus on practicing riding skills for some time. The idea could not be realized for the time being.
Taotao's new skill "Hell Fire Bomb" is also very effective. It has a long range and a fast release speed. Its power is even greater than my "Corrupted Bone Arrow". It can kill a zombie easily, and its body has also become much stronger. It rushes through the zombie swarm, kicking and knocking away anyone who blocks its way. It's like being in an empty space. Although there are zombies that can only passively take the beating and dare not resist, it can also be seen that Taotao's strength has been significantly improved after completing his first evolution.
Although the main force that killed the three-headed flame wolf this time was my seven hundred zombie minions, if it weren't for the sudden appearance of the old zombies and severely damaged its morale, it would have fought for at least a little longer and would not have been defeated so quickly. Rewarding those who have made contributions can better win people's hearts. Although I can't give any material rewards, but a sincere praise still caters to the self-esteem of the Millennium Corpse King that had been severely ravaged by me. He shook his ugly face and laughed for a long time. He is really simple and cute, and so easy to satisfy.
While Lao Jiang was enjoying himself, I proposed to recruit his private army. Since I participated in the "World Hero Conference", I have encountered very strong opponents. My brothers have suffered heavy losses and have not had time to replenish them. Now there are only more than 300 zombies left. At most, they can only use "Summon the Dead" three times. This mercenary group has completed its mission and will soon establish a sect in the Howling Plains. If we encounter any big trouble again, we will not have enough manpower to dispatch. Although Lao Jiang's 500 or 600 men are the defective ones left by me, the advantage in numbers is there, and it does not require too much energy, so it is better than nothing.
Originally, even though Lao Zhuang was unwilling to accept the decision of my master, he had no right to oppose it. However, in order to maintain a good relationship with it so that it could work for me more wholeheartedly, I still had to take care of the feelings of the Millennium Corpse King. I flattered it and it was "very happy" and happily supported my decision. I didn't expect that in real life, I have never flattered any leader so much, but I said so much to Lao Zhuang without changing my expression or heartbeat. I don't know if this can be regarded as a big improvement in my character.
After accepting the order from the old zombie, the private army affiliated with it was very cooperative. They lined up in order and willingly signed the "Soul Contract" with me. The success rate was almost 100%. In addition, the "Touch of Death" continuously replenished my mental strength. Finally, I completed the incorporation of more than 500 zombies before the resurrection, and expanded my undead army to a scale of 900 people again. They gathered together into a large black mass, which made me feel a little at ease.
I went offline to take a break during the game. As soon as I took off my helmet, I saw Afeng standing in front of me with an anxious look on his face. He was walking back and forth muttering to himself. The moment he saw me, his eyes suddenly lit up and he rushed over and hugged me. "Ahdai, how is the situation? Did you get the magic crystal core?" His words were full of worry, but also with a hint of expectation.
I was about to tell the truth, but then I remembered the "old grudges" he had played on me several times. I could take this opportunity to get back at him. I immediately put on a heavy expression, shook my head, and then sighed deeply. Afeng's face suddenly darkened, his eyes dimmed, and he shook me anxiously with both hands, "Don't keep me in suspense anymore, just tell me quickly."
"I went to grab the magic crystal core, but I was a step too late, and was swallowed by the ground tiger. I was also crushed to death by a big rock. Although Xue Wuxia, Yun Wuying and Nan Feiyan are still there, the hope of survival is probably not very high, the ground tiger is too powerful." I remember reading in a book that the highest level of deception is to choose some truth to mislead, which can achieve the goal without fear of being exposed. Afeng often uses this theory to joke with others, always giving people "surprises" and making them laugh and cry. As his best friend, I am naturally the biggest "victim". This time, I will give him a little "lesson" by giving him a taste of his own medicine.
The glimmer of hope in Afeng's eyes was completely annihilated, and he fell heavily on the sofa with a plop. His face was ashen, and his expression was lost and sad. His heavy breathing was clearly audible.
I felt extremely happy. After being oppressed for so long, it was a rare opportunity to hold my head high and turn the tables. However, this could not be delayed for too long, otherwise it would easily give people the impression that I did it intentionally, leaving behind an evidence that the other party could use to counterattack. This was all the experience that Afeng gained through "teaching by words and deeds" in actual combat.
"I haven't finished my words yet, why are you reacting so strongly? Don't forget that I have another profession. The thief's signature skill of 'stealing something when it's convenient' is not in vain. Although the magic crystal core was swallowed by the ground tiger and I was killed by it, I was lucky enough to use my magic hands to steal the magic crystal core before I died, so our mission should be accomplished." I pretended to be surprised and looked at Afeng, slowly completing the whole story.
Afeng suddenly stood there in a daze, his eyes wide open. As I spoke, his expression changed from loss to surprise, and then to ecstasy. He pointed at me and moved his mouth a few times, but couldn't say a word. He had experienced great sorrow and joy in a short period of time, so it was inevitable that he was a little excited.
Jokes should be done in moderation. I certainly won't argue with him any more. I got up and walked towards the kitchen. "Look at you. You logged off first and didn't even bother to cook. Isn't this delaying our rest time?"
After returning to the human world, I didn't dare to delay and immediately rushed to Nanjing City. I came to the Howling Plains through the teleportation array. Afeng, Diewu and others who had been resurrected earlier were already waiting here. The moment they saw me appear, everyone's face was filled with joy.
We still haven't received any system announcement, and we still have a chance to compete for the honor and reward of being the first mercenary group in "Tianxia". Xue Wuxia and the other three could not escape the revenge of the angry Dijiaohu, and were resurrected a little later than me. However, they did not rush here to join us, but went directly to the "Eastern Continent Mercenary Guild" in Beijing. Once we have placed the magic crystal core and activated the defensive barrier, they can hand over the task immediately without wasting time.
After placing the magic crystal core into the groove in the center of the teleportation array, Afeng, Heart Guardian, Little Bird, Butterfly Dance, and Wuyin stood in five fixed positions and started the activation procedure. This was the same as the original setting for activating the teleportation array, which required at least five people to complete. I summoned more than a hundred zombies, led by the old zombie, to guard the surroundings to prevent any low-level monsters from rushing over to disturb them.
As Afeng and the others kept changing their movements, the fiery red magic crystal core in the groove began to emit a fiery red light, which became more and more dazzling, and gradually transformed into a thin light curtain, which slowly spread out with the teleportation array as the center. The feeling of passing through the body was like a spring breeze, with an indescribable warmth and comfort. This should be the so-called defensive barrier. The fiery red light curtain gradually opened, and finally covered an area of 1,000 meters in radius, forming the initial base of our mercenary group.
